Try this homemade Christina's TV Dinners recipe the whole family will love. Made with 's Lasagna Roll-Ups, 's Meatballs, frozen peas and pats butter. Ea…
This Christina's TV Dinners relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as (10-ounce) box frozen peas and (1/8-inch thick) pats butter. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 737 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026
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Special equipment: 4 ovenproof TV dinner trays or 4 (8 by 8-inch) disposable aluminum baking pans; heavy-duty aluminum foil
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If using a disposable baking pan, fold up several layers of heavy-duty foil to create 2-inch wide strips.
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Fit the strips into the baking pan to form 1 large and 2 smaller compartments.
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Spoon 1/4 cup of the Lasagna Roll-Up sauce into the large compartment of each tray.
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Put 2 roll-ups and 3 meatballs over the sauce in each tray.
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Spoon remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan.
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Divide the frozen peas among 1 of the remaining compartments in each tray and top with a pat of butter.
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Put a piece of brownie dough in each of the remaining compartments.
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Cover the trays tightly with aluminum foil and freeze until ready to use, up to 3 months.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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Let dinners stand at room temperature for 5 minutes.
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Uncover the brownie compartment and bake dinners until heated through, 35 to 40 minutes.
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Serve immediately.
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8 lasagna noodles
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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2 cups prepared marinara sauce
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 cup chopped frozen spinach, defrosted and drained
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Garlic salt, for seasoning spinach
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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8 ounces sliced provolone, torn into 1-inch strips
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8 ounces prosciutto, cut into small pieces
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan
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Cook the lasagna noodles according to package directions.
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Drain and pat dry.
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Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Stir in the marinara sauce and basil and let simmer for 5 minutes.
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Spread 2 tablespoons of spinach across 1 end of a lasagna noodle, about 1-inch from the edge.
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Sprinkle with a little garlic salt.
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Spread 2 tablespoons of ricotta over the spinach.
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Arrange about 1/8 of the provolone over the spinach and top with 1/8 of the prosciutto.
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Roll up the noodle around the filling.
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Repeat with remaining noodles and filling.
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If making Christina's TV Dinners, proceed according to that recipe.
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Otherwise, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread half of the sauce in a shallow baking dish and set the roll-ups on top.
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Spoon the remaining sauce over the roll-ups and sprinkle with Parmesan.
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Bake until heated through, about 30 minutes.
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Serve immediately.
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Cooking time: 30 minutes
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Difficulty: Easy
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Nutritional Information:
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Per serving:
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Calories: 1024 calories
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Carbs: 57 grams
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Total Fat: 66 grams
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Saturated Fat: 31 grams
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Fiber: 6 grams
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1 egg
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1/4 cup milk
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2 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
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8 ounces ground beef
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1 teaspoon salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a small mixing bowl, whisk egg and milk together.
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Tear bread into pieces, add to the egg mixture and let soak for a few minutes.
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Place beef in a medium mixing bowl.
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Add egg-bread mixture, salt, and pepper and mix well.
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Form the mixture into 12 (1-inch) meatballs.
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In a medium bowl, combine the bread crumbs and Parmesan.
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Roll the meatballs in the bread crumb mixture to coat evenly.
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the meatballs and cook until browned, about 1 minute per side.
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Transfer to a baking sheet and bake until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
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Cooking time: 15 minutes
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Nutritional Information:
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Per serving:
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Calories: 308 calories
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Carbs: 6 grams
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Total Fat: 26 grams
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Saturated Fat: 8 grams
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Fiber: less than 1 gram
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
Tips for the best results
- Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
- Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.
Variations & substitutions
- Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 5 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Christina's Lasagna Roll-Ups, recipe follows, Christina's Meatballs, recipe follows, 1 (10-ounce) box frozen peas, 4 (1/8-inch thick) pats butter, and more.
Yes, Christina's TV Dinners falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.